WorksheetsLeadership style (scenarios)
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 8mins
James, a manager, gives his software development team full autonomy to work on a new app. He provides little guidance and allows them to make decisions as they see fit.
Servant leadership style
Bureaucratic leadership style
Transactional leadership style
Laissez-Faire leadership style
In a government agency, Susan is tasked with implementing a new policy. She strictly follows the rules and procedures laid out by the organization and ensures her team adheres to them as well.
Servant leadership style
Bureaucratic leadership style
Transactional leadership style
Laissez-Faire leadership style
A charismatic political candidate captivates crowds with powerful speeches and a compelling vision for the future. People are drawn to her energy and passion, believing in her ability to bring about change. However, critics worry that her plans lack substance.
Transformational leadership style
Charismatic leadership style
Democratic leadership style
Autocratic leadership style
In a sales department, Mark sets monthly targets for his team. Each member knows that meeting the targets results in bonuses, while failure to meet them leads to consequences.
Servant leadership style
Bureaucratic leadership style
Transactional leadership style
Laissez-Faire leadership style
David, a school principal, spends time meeting with teachers individually to understand their challenges. He advocates for more resources and training to help them succeed.
Servant leadership style
Bureaucratic leadership style
Transactional leadership style
Laissez-Faire leadership style
In a government office, a department head strictly follows policies and procedures, ensuring that all decisions are made by the book. Employees are required to submit detailed reports for every minor action, slowing down the process but ensuring compliance.
Servant leadership style
Bureaucratic leadership style
Transactional leadership style
Laissez-Faire leadership style
A school principal faces a critical deadline to submit a government report. He quickly assigns tasks to the staff without discussion and demands immediate action, making all decisions alone. The staff has no room for input, but the deadline is met efficiently.
Transformational leadership style
Charismatic leadership style
Democratic leadership style
Autocratic leadership style
Sarah, the leader of a marketing team, is working on launching a new product. She calls a meeting to get input from her team members on potential marketing strategies.
Transformational leadership style
Charismatic leadership style
Democratic leadership style
Autocratic leadership style
A newly hired CEO at a tech startup envisions revolutionizing the industry. He inspires his team with big ideas and a strong sense of purpose, pushing them to achieve beyond their expectations. The team feels motivated, but there are concerns about burnout.
Transformational leadership style
Charismatic leadership style
Democratic leadership style
Autocratic leadership style
A team is working on a critical project with a tight deadline. The leader, Alex, makes all the decisions without consulting the team because they believe it's the quickest way to achieve the goal.
Transformational leadership style
Charismatic leadership style
Democratic leadership style
Autocratic leadership style
A project manager at a software company provides her team with a high-level objective but gives them full freedom to decide how to achieve it. She doesn’t check in regularly, trusting that her skilled team will deliver the results.
Servant leadership style
Bureaucratic leadership style
Transactional leadership style
Laissez-Faire leadership style
A non-profit organization’s director spends most of her time working alongside her staff, focusing on their personal development and well-being. She prioritizes her team’s needs over her own and leads by example, hoping to inspire loyalty and trust.
Servant leadership style
Bureaucratic leadership style
Transactional leadership style
Laissez-Faire leadership style
Lisa is a motivational speaker and a CEO who brings high energy and passion to every meeting. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and her team feels deeply connected to the company’s mission because of her influence.
Transformational leadership style
Charismatic leadership style
Democratic leadership style
Autocratic leadership style
Maria leads a struggling nonprofit organization. She develops a bold new vision for the future, inspires the team to embrace it, and works closely with each member to bring about change.
Transformational leadership style
Charismatic leadership style
Democratic leadership style
Autocratic leadership style
A sales team leader offers bonuses for meeting monthly targets. Employees are closely monitored, and rewards are strictly tied to performance metrics. The leader provides clear instructions and expects compliance in exchange for the incentives.
Servant leadership style
Bureaucratic leadership style
Transactional leadership style
Laissez-Faire leadership style
A group of students is organizing a charity event. The team leader calls for a brainstorming session, encourages everyone to share ideas, and takes a vote on the final plan. The leader ensures that every voice is heard and decisions are made collectively.
Transformational leadership style
Charismatic leadership style
Democratic leadership style
Autocratic leadership style
